Rising since 1990, #2,718 for boys today.
Popularity of Yassin since 1988
Babies named Yassin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 274 |
| 2010s | 563 |
| 2020s | 246 |
Meaning & origin
Yassin has been recorded in U.S. data since 1988, and its trajectory has been steadily rising since at least 1990. The name reached its peak popularity in 2013, and as of 2025 it ranks 2,718 with about 1 in 36,342 boys receiving the name. Its strongest states include New York and Texas, reflecting communities with significant Arabic-speaking populations. The name's deep Quranic roots give it enduring religious and cultural resonance, while its rising trajectory suggests it is increasingly embraced by Muslim families seeking a name with spiritual meaning.
Yassin is derived from the Arabic letters Ya and Sin, which form the opening of Surah Ya-Seen in the Quran. The exact meaning is considered known only to God, but it is traditionally associated with the Prophet Muhammad and carries connotations of leadership and reverence. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, particularly in North Africa and the Middle East.
Where Yassin is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Yassin” around the world
Where Yassin lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
95
babies in 2024
Ireland
5
babies in 2025
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yass, Sin
Sibling names for Yassin
Names that share Yassin's style, for a brother or sister.
